Bech P, Rasmussen NA, Olsen LR, Noerholm V, Abildgaard W. The sensitivity and specificity of the Major Depression Inventory, using the Present State Examination as the index of diagnostic validity. J Affect Disord 2001; 66: 159-164.

Olsen LR, Jensen DV, Noerholm V, Martiny K, Bech P. The internal and external validity of the Major Depression Inventory in measuring severity of depressive states. Psychol Med. 2003; 33(2):351-6.

Dr. Per Bech

Major Depression Index (MDI)

lost_interest

lacking_energy

self_confident

guilt

life

concentration

restless

subdued

sleeping

reduced_appetite

increased_appetite

<p>Screens for depression based on clinically significant questions.</p>

Major Depression Index

Screens for depression based on clinically significant questions.

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